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Building Teams for the Future: A New Approach

In this episode, Ana and Andrew reflect on the past year, highlighting key achievements like launching Cloud Lighthouse and evolving Microsoft events such as Dynamics Minds. They discuss Microsoft’s growing AI focus, the importance of adapting to industry trends, and the value of cross-functional collaboration. The conversation covers societal impacts of remote work, balancing personal growth with professional changes, and integrating diverse tech practices. They also explore the future of AI, emphasizing constructive criticism, communication, and collaboration in driving innovation within the tech community.

What You Will Learn:
✅ The past year has seen significant achievements, including the launch of Cloud Lighthouse.
✅ Dynamics Minds has become a pivotal event in the Microsoft community.
✅ Microsoft is transitioning to an AI-focused company, redefining its identity.
✅ Partners need to adapt their practices to align with industry trends.|
✅ Cross-functional teams are essential for innovation and collaboration.
✅ Global collaboration can enhance talent utilization across borders.
✅ Remote work has societal benefits, including economic dispersion.
✅ A balanced approach to work is necessary for employee satisfaction.
✅ Personal growth is intertwined with professional changes in the tech industry.
✅ Integrating various technology practices is crucial for future success. Proper testing and communication are essential in tech projects.
✅ Technical excellence requires collaboration across different expertise.
✅ Ignorance exists on both sides of the tech spectrum.
✅ Future AI tools may enhance our current capabilities significantly.
✅ Normalization of AI in daily life is a hopeful future.
✅ Criticism in tech should be constructive and solution-oriented.
✅ The integration of AI should not overshadow foundational tech practices.
✅ Real AI engines are anticipated by the end of 2025.
✅ The tech community should focus on building rather than complaining.
✅ Understanding user preferences is crucial for effective AI development.

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? Ana Welch
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anademeny/
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? Andrew Welch
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewdwelch/
X: https://twitter.com/andrewdwelch
Website: https://cloudlight.house/

? Chris Huntingford
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrishuntingford/
X: https://x.com/CNHuntingford
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisHuntingford
Website: https://thedynamicsevolution.blogspot.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisscruffhuntingford/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chuntingford

? William Dorrington
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/williamdorrington/
X: https://twitter.com/WilliamDorringt
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjnMz8Am8vDOkEOkNrI-QeQ

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